Learn academic vocabulary according to common topics in the testThe following lists have been created using real IELTS reading passages, so they are a good indicator of the level of vocabulary you need. However, remember that reading and test-taking strategies are MORE IMPORTANT than just learning words and their meanings.
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Urbanisation / modernisation
making _____ work efficiently
greater prominence active citizens a smart city public services social capital hard / physical infrastructure digital technologies sustainable economic development extensive public transport a modern digital infrastructure service delivery placing the citizen's needs first internet service delivery a critical criterion an attractive environment quality of life meeting their needs embrace the vision population growth grow by $_____ per annum emerging economies the middle class a profound impact on the market the citizen is at the heart of the provision of services ample opportunity |
Agriculture
production
variations in manufacturing methods tea plantation plucked harvested tea-growing regions of the world sow seeds experts within the industry the first commercial crop oxidation pest-resistant registered organic nurseries cleared ground private operation ____ is native to Asia / South America be characterised by indigenous to (an area) medicinally active constituents the stem / the stalk tap root perennial preserved dug up extract (verb and noun) imported varieties a favourable climate peeled acidity an abundance of moisture propogation |